What Hard or Soft Shell Roof Storage Methods do You Recommend for a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Question:
Hi, I have the Rhino Rack RVP27 Vortex crossbars on my 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. What types of hard shell cargo boxes would fit my crossbars? I’m also open to soft shells. Thanks
asked by: Sarah M
Expert Reply:
For a great hard-shell cargo box that fits your Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero crossbars, I recommend the Inno Box 2020 - 14 cu. ft. # IN86FR. The 2020 comes with a dual-opening lid to comfortably open the box from either side. Also, it comes an injected-mold construction to withstand debris impacts, scratches, and UV rays. Not only does this box attach to your Vortex Aero crossbars, you also have the proper crossbar spread required to mount the box. This is because I confirmed that with your previous order from us, you have chrome/black flush rails on your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I went ahead and looked up those specs to confirm the crossbar spread compatibility.
In order to make sure you can fully open your trunk with the box installed, I recommend placing the front crossbar in the maximum front position that your vehicle allows. Then, you need to measure the length from the front crossbar to the line where the trunk and roof meet. As long as that measurement is at least 47-1/4" long, you are good to go! I went ahead and attached a diagram that shows how to conduct this measurement.
You also mentioned that you are open to soft-shell options. For this route, we do have cargo bags that you can attach directly to your crossbars. If you are open to this, a great choice is the Rightline Ace Jr Rooftop Cargo Bag - Water Resistant # RL100A50. Like the 2020, this bag is UV-resistant and simply straps onto your crossbars with the 4 included straps. To lock the bag to your roof, you can use the Cable Lock for Rightline Gear Cargo Bags - 35" Long # RL100640.
For overall better protection, I recommend going with the hard-shell # IN86FR.
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Cable Lock for Rightline Gear Cargo Bags - 35" Long
- Cable Locks
- Cargo Carrier Bag Lock
- Combination Lock
- Steel Cable
- 3 Feet Long
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Rightline Ace Jr Rooftop Cargo Bag - Water Resistant - 10 cu ft - 36" x 30" x 16"
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